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U of A researcher finds rising trend of obesity discrimination
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
One University of Alberta researcher believes obesity discrimination is as common as racism. Continue reading
A rare breed: Ambidextrous tennis player at University of Alberta
By Quinn Phillips Sports Anchor/Reporter
The University of Alberta Pandas have a player that hits the ball in a very unique way, with two forehands. R.J. Gan tosses her tennis racket between hands to hit on the forehand every time. Continue reading
University of Alberta scientists working on compound that could prevent Zika, RSV
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
An experiment at the University of Alberta’s Department of Chemistry could lead to a pill to treat deadly viruses, such as the respiratory syncytial virus. Continue reading
Questions left unanswered after local food vendor’s contract at U of A unexpectedly cancelled
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
One of the few local food vendors on the University of Alberta campus is “shocked” and “surprised” after the business’s contract was unexpectedly terminated, leaving many staff and students on campus outraged and petitioning to save it. Continue reading
Aga Khan Garden set to open southwest of Edmonton
After nearly a decade of planning, the much-anticipated Aga Khan Garden is set to open at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden in Devon on Friday. Continue reading
David Suzuki receives honorary science degree from University of Alberta
While protesters gathered outside, environmentalist David Suzuki received an honorary degree from the University of Alberta on Thursday. Continue reading
David Suzuki weighs in on U of A honorary degree controversy: ‘This isn’t about me’
Canadian climate activist David Suzuki is addressing the heated debate sparked by the University of Alberta’s decision to award him an honorary degree. Continue reading
Edmonton mayor says recent San Francisco trip spawned strategic business initiatives
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Mayor Don Iveson says the province is setting up a trade office in the San Francisco area while a venture capital office will be created in Edmonton, to bring U.S. money here to back ideas created in Edmonton. Continue reading
University of Alberta social media bomb threat results in charges
A University of Alberta student has been charged with making bomb threats over social media. Continue reading
University of Alberta space team receives funding to launch second satellite
After becoming the first Canadian university to build and launch a satellite into space, the University of Alberta’s team is ready to do it again. Continue reading
